{"product_id":"french-oak-cubes-heavy-toast","title":"French Oak Cubes | Heavy Toast | 2 oz or 1 lb","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStavin French Oak Cubes - Heavy Toast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep French Oak Character with Rich Toast, Darker Fruit, and Barrel-Like Intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStavin French Oak Cubes - Heavy Toast are ideal when you want a more assertive oak contribution with deeper toasted character and a richer finish. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e package sizes, these cubes are a strong option for beverages that can benefit from more pronounced oak influence and added aging complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench oak brings elegance even at darker toast levels, and heavy toast shifts the profile toward more developed toasted notes, darker fruit impressions, and a broader barrel-like presence. This makes it a great choice for bolder wines, meads, ciders, and stronger beers that can carry a bigger oak signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Flavor Does Heavy Toast French Oak Add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeeper Toasted Oak Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy toast increases oak intensity and gives a darker, richer overall profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooked Fruit and Raisin Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e StaVin’s French oak sensory summary shows fruit shifting toward cooked fruit as toast level rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted Complexity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Higher French toast levels are associated with stronger campfire and roasted coffee notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet, Layered Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e French oak can still contribute sweetness and mouthfeel even as toast intensity increases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Heavy Toast French Oak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore Intensity for Bigger Beverages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful when a lighter toast would be too subtle for the project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel-Inspired Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds mature oak character without needing a full barrel program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for Aging Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Especially well suited to fuller-bodied wine, mead, cider, and stronger beer styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose 2 oz for trial and small batches, or 1 lb for larger production and repeat use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Stavin Oak Cubes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause heavy toast can build intensity more quickly in flavor perception, it is best to taste regularly during aging and pull the cubes once the desired character is reached. This helps you capture complexity and structure without over-oaking the final beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is available in \u003cstrong\u003e2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e package sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stavin","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":51134647140630,"sku":"oak-cubes-french-heavy-2oz","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":51134647173398,"sku":"oak-cubes-french-heavy-1lb","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/4807\/5542\/files\/french-heavy-oak-cubes.webp?v=1774473562","url":"https:\/\/socalbrewingsupply.com\/products\/french-oak-cubes-heavy-toast","provider":"SoCal Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}